Fal oysters

Fal Oyster is a name given to brown or cream, oval-shelled oysters caught in a traditional, sustainable way in south-west England, on the river beds of the Fal Estuary. The oysters are harvested between October 1st and March 31st. Their texture is firm and salty, the flesh is cream colored, while the taste is similar to melon, lettuce and cucumber, with a tin-like, coppery finish.

They are sold live in their shells and should be eaten in a maximum period of five days. Fal oyster goes well with raspberry vinaigrette, or used in ham terrine, steamed or smoked.